Inspiration of the Month

1. When did you start Pilates and what inspired you to start?
When I started Pilates a couple of years ago.  I was growing weary of strength training and was looking for an alternative.  My goals are mostly to be strong and able to do the things I love:  travel, garden, and hopefully age gracefully.  

2. What benefits or improvements have you noticed in your body and life from doing Pilates?
As a nurse, I am very aware of the importance of avoiding falls so I really appreciate the balance class.  I am much more conscious now of using my core to do the things I want to do without falling.  

3. How often do you practice Pilates and what type of sessions or classes have you been doing?
Initially I was pretty sporadic in my attendance but I am working fewer hours now and have figured out a schedule I like:  tower on Monday, balance class on Wed and then either a mat or yoga class or reformer.  I have done Hatha yoga and Iyengar yoga in the past and a few others but am new to Yin Yoga and have really been enjoying it!    I also recently did some beginner reformer classes which were great.  

4. Do you have a favorite exercise or piece of equipment ? 
I guess I enjoy doing a variety of things every week, so it is nice to have so many choices.  I have found that scheduling ahead has helped me to attend classes regularly – part of establishing that routine.  I also really appreciate how the instructors use different props to keep things interesting.   But the oov is one piece of equipment that I have not yet learned to love!  

Thanks to everyone at River City Pilates!